Youth and Adult Mission Quarterly

Scared Atheist

April 4, 2020

Biljana Mijatovi prayed for the first time when, as a 20-year-old atheist, she saw a relative struggling with supernatural forces.

One Adventist in 10,000

April 11, 2020

“It was a real miracle to find the one Adventist among 10,000 people,” Radenko said. “But that was God’s reply when I asked Him to show me the right path to take in life."

Back to School

April 18, 2020

Daniela began to believe that she could balance her home, work, and classes. Daniela applied to study psychology in Belgrade and prepared for the entrance exam.

Two Unexpected Sons

April 25, 2020

For the first time, Halina realized that people can be wrong no matter how strong their opinions. If God wants to accomplish something, He will fulfill His plans.

One Bad Decision

May 2, 2020

“Part of this story is sad,” Mariusz said. “But it also shows the great power of God and what He can do in our lives."

Friend to Finland’s Friendless

May 9, 2020

Lauri remembered hearing about Jesus’ second coming as a child. He had been taught that the wicked would be cast into an eternally burning hell. He didn’t have any Christian friends, and he didn’t know who would listen to his fears.

Atheist Shares Christ

May 16, 2020

“Esko was an atheist who led his friends to Christ,” she said. “He was so happy when his friends began to attend church. He had led someone to a better life.”

Demons and Death

May 23, 2020

“The encouraging thing is Jesus has already won. We have nothing to fear. Even with these supernatural and terrifying events, Jesus still protects us. There is nothing the other side can do.”

A Shirt to Talk About

May 30, 2020

“Let us meet people where they are at,” he said. “My job is not to make anyone an Adventist. That is the job of the Holy Spirit. Our job is to sow, and God will take care of the reaping.”

Preaching to the Blind

June 6, 2020

Øystein always was an Adventist and always wanted to be an Adventist. But, he said, he was spiritually blind until he asked Jesus to open his eyes.

Why Suffer?

June 13, 2020

In my early 20s, I began to reap what I had sown. I lived in constant fear of evil spirits. I wanted to quit smoking and drugs, but I couldn’t.

Forgiveness After Divorce

June 20, 2020

Church members didn’t understand why Mary’s marriage had ended, and they blamed her. Several bluntly told her that she had forfeited salvation by leaving her husband.

Befriending a Shoeshiner

June 27, 2020

“Jesus loves each one of us no matter what situation we are in,” Filip said. “He gave his life for us.”

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New Year’s Miracle

January 4, 2020

Three elderly women decided to pray for unbelieving relatives on Bulgaria’s biggest holiday, New Year’s Eve.

Miracle Church

January 11, 2020

It is no coincidence that good things started to happen when Stoyan stopped worrying about finding a new church building and instead focused on spreading the gospel.

Stranger With Warm Eyes

January 18, 2020

His mission: Enter the heavily guarded campus and deliver a book to the police academy’s commander.

Trains, Trucks, and Sabbath

January 25, 2020

“Many Adventists worked in the factory, but none worked in the garage. Apparently, God needed me there.”

Stoned in Sicily

February 1, 2020

“Come and listen so you can learn how to share Jesus.”

From Village to Palace

February 8, 2020

“If you go, don’t come back,” said Father, an impoverished World War II veteran who strictly raised five children.

Challenging the Sabbath

February 15, 2020

Something was wrong. Vincenzo wondered whether the world was ending. He struggled to understand politicians’ seemingly illogical decisions.

Atheist Missionary

February 22, 2020

He was a missionary, but without Jesus. His religion was saving the environment.

Praying in the Bathroom

February 29, 2020

Dante needed to talk to God about his financial problems. He made his way to his favorite place of quiet solitude — the apartment bathroom — and locked the door. Kneeling, he poured out his heart.

Same Dream for 10 Years

March 7, 2020

Ahead of the big day, Laurentiu began to wonder how to plan his new life. “God,” he prayed, “what is your plan for me?”

Making a Big Decision

March 14, 2020

aula Cristina Ghibut had a big decision to make. She was 14 and about to finish eighth grade in Romania. She had to decide where to go to high school.

God in Prison

March 21, 2020

I’m just a 20-year-old introvert who loves to read personal testimonies. One day, I’d like to write my personal testimony.

Roma Village Finds Sabbath

March 28, 2020

The 2,000 inhabitants of a Roma settlement in Slovakia considered themselves Christian. But none attended church. None had ever read the Bible.

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